Balenga
Balenga is a village located in Bastar tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bastar (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Balenga village is also a gram panchayat.
Balenga has its own place in the vibrant Bastar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Balenga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balenga is 449370. The village spans a total geographical area of 972.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494223. Bastar is nearest town to Balenga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Balenga
Population of Balenga
Below is a concise population overview of Balenga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,356 | 1,149 | 1,207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 166 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,776 | 864 | 912 |
| Literate Population | 1,178 | 666 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,178 | 483 | 695 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Balenga village:
- The total population of Balenga village is around 2,356, including approximately 1,149 males and 1,207 females, with a sex ratio of 1050 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 327 children aged 0–6 years in Balenga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Balenga village has 99 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,776 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Balenga village is about 50.00%, with male literacy at 57.96% and female literacy at 42.42%.
- There are around 525 households in Balenga village.
Connectivity of Balenga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balenga. As per the 2011 stats, Balenga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balenga
Knowing the nearby villages of Balenga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balenga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balenga
- Where is Balenga located?
- Balenga village is situated in Bastar Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balenga?
- Balenga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Balenga?
- The pincode of Balenga is 494223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balenga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balenga is 2,356, with 1,149 males and 1,207 females.
- How many households are there in Balenga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balenga village has a total of 525 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balenga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balenga is 50.00%. The male literacy rate is 57.96%, while the female literacy rate is 42.42%.